Live Music in Ubud Tonight: A Weekly Guide to Where to Go
Finding live music in Ubud tonight is not always as simple as choosing a restaurant and showing up.
While some venues perform every night, many restaurants in Ubud schedule live acoustic music or bands only on specific days of the week. Wednesday might offer several acoustic dinners, Thursday has its own mix of performances, while Friday tends to bring a little more energy.
That is why this guide is organised differently.
Instead of another list of the “best live music restaurants in Ubud”, this is a day-by-day live music schedule designed to help you decide where to go based on the night you are actually in town.
Schedules can change for private events, holidays or special performances, so it is always worth confirming directly with the venue before heading out.
Live Music in Ubud This Week
Monday
Start the week with a relaxed live music evening. Pistachio Restaurant Ubud hosts a live trio from around 7 PM, while Lumbung Restaurant offers live acoustic music from approximately 6:30 PM.
Tuesday
For Tuesday night, CP Lounge Ubud is one of the more flexible options, with live acoustic music followed by bands later in the evening. No Más also regularly features live music from around 8 PM.
Wednesday
Wednesday has several good options for live acoustic music in Ubud. Mr. Wayan, Coffee & Eatery hosts acoustic performances from 6 PM to 9 PM, while Ely's Kitchen Ubud usually has live acoustic music from 7 PM to 10 PM.
Thursday
If you're looking for live music in Ubud on Thursday, Pesona Lounge Ubud hosts live music from 7 PM to 10 PM, combining dinner, cocktails and music in Central Ubud.
Another option is Ely's Kitchen, which also hosts live acoustic music from 7 PM to 10 PM.
Friday
Friday offers both acoustic and more energetic performances. Pistachio Restaurant hosts a live Top 40s band from around 7 PM, while Mr. Wayan offers live acoustic music from 6 PM to 9 PM.
Saturday
For Saturday evening, Ely's Kitchen hosts live acoustic music from 7 PM to 10 PM. Pistachio Restaurant is another option, with acoustic performances starting from around 7 PM.
Sunday
Sunday is another regular live music night at Pesona Lounge Ubud, with performances from 7 PM to 10 PM.
It is a good option if you want to finish the weekend with Indian food, cocktails and live music without needing to move into a louder nightlife setting.
Ely's Kitchen also hosts live acoustic music on Sunday from 7 PM to 10 PM.
Pistachio currently lists live performances on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, while Ely's Kitchen lists acoustic music on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Mr. Wayan publishes Wednesday and Friday performances, and Lumbung currently lists Monday and Wednesday acoustic evenings.
Monday: Start the Week with Something Relaxed
Monday in Ubud does not have to be a quiet night.
Pistachio on Jalan Bisma starts its Classic Monday from 7 PM, pairing dinner with a live trio band. If you would rather have acoustic music in a more relaxed restaurant setting, Lumbung Restaurant at Visesa Ubud currently hosts live acoustic performances on Monday evenings.
Monday is a good choice for travellers who prefer listening to music over dinner rather than heading into a busier late-night atmosphere.
Tuesday: Keep It Flexible
Tuesday has fewer fixed weekly acoustic restaurant nights among the venues in this guide, but that does not mean Ubud goes quiet.
CP Lounge currently hosts live acoustic music every day from 5:45 PM to 8:45 PM, followed later by nightly live bands. No Más on Jalan Monkey Forest is another reliable option, advertising live music every night from around 8 PM.
That makes Tuesday particularly easy if your plan is spontaneous: you do not necessarily need to build the entire evening around a weekly event.
Wednesday: One of Ubud's Strongest Acoustic Nights
If you are searching for live music in Ubud on Wednesday, you have plenty of choice.
Mr. Wayan hosts live acoustic music from 6 PM to 9 PM, making it one of the earlier starts of the week. Ely's Kitchen follows with acoustic music from 7 PM to 10 PM, while Pistachio also schedules a live acoustic performance with its Wednesday Steak Night.
Lumbung Restaurant is another Wednesday option, with live acoustic music accompanying its Indonesian dining experience.
If music is one of the main things you want from your evening in Ubud, Wednesday gives you several different areas and atmospheres to choose from.
Thursday: Live Music and Dinner in Central Ubud
Thursday is one of the nights to remember if you are staying around Central Ubud.
Pesona Lounge Ubud hosts live music every Thursday from 7 PM to 10 PM on Jalan Goutama Selatan.
The format is designed around dinner rather than becoming a full concert: guests can still talk comfortably, share dishes and enjoy cocktails while the music forms part of the atmosphere.
Pesona's existing live music programme is also published as running every Sunday and Thursday.
For travellers staying farther north, Ely's Kitchen also runs live acoustic music on Thursday from 7 PM to 10 PM.
So if you search “live music Ubud tonight” on a Thursday, there are options whether you want dinner in central town or a quieter evening farther along Jalan Suweta.
Friday: Live Bands or Acoustic Music
Friday brings a slightly more energetic feel.
At Pistachio, Friday Night Jam features a four-member band playing Top 40s music from around 7 PM onward.
Meanwhile, Mr. Wayan keeps things more relaxed with acoustic music from 6 PM to 9 PM.
If you want to continue later into the night, CP Lounge and No Más both offer nightly live music around the Monkey Forest area. CP Lounge also advertises later live bands after its early acoustic set.
Friday therefore works particularly well if your evening might move from dinner → live music → drinks rather than ending immediately after your meal.
Saturday: Acoustic Music Before a Night Out
Saturday gives you several ways to approach the evening.
Ely's Kitchen hosts live acoustic music between 7 PM and 10 PM, while Pistachio currently pairs its Saturday Steak Night with an acoustic performance from around 7 PM.
For something livelier later, the nightly live bands around Jalan Monkey Forest make it easy to keep the evening going without needing to organise another special event in advance.
The result is a useful mix: start with dinner and acoustic music, then decide whether you want to call it a night or continue somewhere busier.
Sunday: End the Week with Live Music in Ubud
Sunday is another important live music night at Pesona Lounge Ubud.
Every Sunday from 7 PM to 10 PM, live music accompanies the evening at Pesona on Jalan Goutama Selatan.
It works particularly well if you have spent Sunday exploring Ubud and want to finish the day somewhere central with Indian food, cocktails and music without moving into a nightclub-style atmosphere.
Pesona currently publishes its live acoustic programme as running on Sunday and Thursday.
Ely's Kitchen also hosts its regular Sunday acoustic performance from 7 PM to 10 PM, giving travellers another option farther north of Central Ubud.
What Kind of Live Music Evening Are You Looking For?
The easiest way to choose where to go is not necessarily by asking which venue is “best”.
Think about what you want the music to do.
If you want music accompanying a proper sit-down dinner, venues such as Pesona Lounge, Ely's Kitchen, Pistachio, Mr. Wayan and Lumbung place the performance alongside the dining experience.
If you want music to become a bigger part of the night, CP Lounge and No Más lean more toward Ubud's bar and nightlife scene, with live entertainment continuing later into the evening. CP currently advertises daily acoustic sessions followed by nightly live bands, while No Más advertises live music every night.
Neither style is necessarily better. They simply suit different evenings.
Live Music with Dinner in Ubud
One thing that makes Ubud's live music scene different from Bali's busier nightlife areas is how closely it connects with dining.
You do not always have to choose between going to a restaurant and going somewhere for music.
Many venues build performances directly into dinner hours, which means you can arrive around 6:30 or 7 PM, order dinner, have a drink and let the music become part of the evening.
For Pesona Lounge Ubud, this is exactly how the Sunday and Thursday programme works.
The restaurant focuses on Indian cuisine, including curries, biryani, tandoori dishes and freshly prepared breads, alongside cocktails and other drinks, while live music adds to the evening atmosphere rather than replacing the dining experience.
What Time Does Live Music Start in Ubud?
Most of the regular performances in this guide begin between 6 PM and 8 PM.
Some start earlier. CP Lounge currently begins its daily acoustic session at 5:45 PM, while Mr. Wayan starts at 6 PM on Wednesday and Friday. Pesona, Ely's Kitchen and many of Pistachio's performances begin around 7 PM.
If you are planning dinner at the same venue, arriving slightly before the musicians begin usually makes the evening easier and gives you time to settle in first.
A Quick Note Before You Go
Live music schedules in Ubud can change.
Musicians rotate, special events happen, venues occasionally host private functions, and schedules may be adjusted during holidays or quieter periods.
This guide reflects schedules published by the venues at the time of its August 2026 update, but checking the venue's current website, Instagram or WhatsApp on the day of your visit is still the safest approach.
Frequently Asked Questions About Live Music in Ubud
Is there live music in Ubud tonight?
Usually, yes. Some Ubud venues host live music on selected days, while places such as CP Lounge and No Más currently advertise live music every day. The best option depends on the day of the week and whether you prefer acoustic dinner music or a livelier bar atmosphere.
What nights does Pesona Lounge Ubud have live music?
Pesona Lounge Ubud hosts live music every Sunday and Thursday from 7 PM to 10 PM. Its current website content confirms Sunday and Thursday as its regular live acoustic nights.
Where can I find live acoustic music in Ubud?
Live acoustic performances can be found at several venues throughout the week, including Pesona Lounge, Ely's Kitchen, Mr. Wayan, Lumbung Restaurant, Pistachio and CP Lounge. The exact schedule differs by venue.
What time does live music usually start in Ubud?
Most dinner-based performances begin between approximately 6 PM and 8 PM, although some venues begin earlier or continue much later.
Do I need a reservation for live music in Ubud?
Not every venue requires one, but reservations are worth considering for restaurant-based performances, particularly on weekends, holidays and during Bali's busier travel periods.
Plan Your Evening in Ubud
Whether you are looking for acoustic music over dinner, familiar songs with cocktails or a live band that continues later into the night, there is usually something happening somewhere in Ubud.
The important part is knowing which night to go.
If you are visiting Pesona Lounge Ubud specifically, live music currently takes place every Sunday and Thursday from 7 PM to 10 PM at Jalan Goutama Selatan in Central Ubud.
Come for dinner, stay for the music, and let the rest of the evening take its own pace.
